Old Montreal convertible Cadillac tour: 1 hour with a guide

You ride with the top down through cobblestone streets and 17th-century architecture, not behind a windshield.

A 1-hour guided tour of Old Montreal in a shared convertible Cadillac, departing from Bonsecours Market and passing Notre-Dame Basilica, the Old Port, and Place Jacques-Cartier. The guide speaks English or French and shares stories about the neighborhood's founding and evolution while recommending local restaurants, cafes and nightlife. Groups stay small—up to four travelers per car—and children from age 5 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

One-hour Old Montreal Cadillac tour

• Hop into classic convertible Cadillac
• Cruise cobblestone streets with top down
• Pass Notre-Dame Basilica and Place Jacques-Cartier
• See Old Port and historic architecture
• Listen to guide’s stories and tips
• Return to Bonsecours Market for drop-off

The Experience

You're picked up at Bonsecours Market in the heart of Old Montreal and climb into a classic convertible Cadillac with the top down. The car holds four travelers maximum, so there's room to move and the breeze carries the city as you roll through narrow cobblestone streets. Your guide navigates the route while pointing out landmarks: Notre-Dame Basilica with its stone facade, the Sailors' Church tucked into the neighborhood, the Old Port opening toward the water, and Place Jacques-Cartier where the architecture shifts from centuries-old to grand stone facades. The guide speaks English or French and weaves in stories about Montreal's founding in 1642 and how the city evolved into what you're seeing now.

The hour moves at a pace that lets you take in the architecture without rushing—you're not jumping between stops or racing a schedule. Along the way, the guide offers insider tips on where to eat, drink, and explore later: hidden restaurants, cafes with a view, nightlife spots locals actually go to. By the end you're back at Bonsecours Market with a sense of the neighborhood's layout and a list of places worth returning to on foot.

What’s included

• Use of the convertible Cadillac.
• a live guide in English or French.
• the full one-hour route through Old Montreal with stops at the major landmarks.
• insider recommendations for restaurants, cafes and nightlife in the neighborhood.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Throwback Tours

Is this one for you?Book this shared Cadillac tour if you want a guided drive through Old Montreal's landmarks in a classic convertible—you'll ride with up to 3 other guests rather than a larger group, and the open-air format lets you see the streets and buildings as you move through them.

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Top questions

What landmarks do I actually see on this Old Montreal tour?

The tour passes Notre-Dame Basilica, the Sailors' Church, Bonsecours Market, Place Jacques-Cartier, and the Old Port. Your guide points out the 17th-century architecture and explains the stories behind each site as you drive.

How many people ride in the car with me?

Groups stay small—up to four travelers total per Cadillac, which means you have room and the ride stays relaxed instead of crowded.

Can I bring my young child on this tour?

Children are welcome from age 5 and up. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and all areas are wheelchair accessible.

What language does the guide speak?

Your guide speaks English or French, and you choose which one when you book.

Where does the tour start and end?

Pickup and drop-off both happen at Bonsecours Market in Old Montreal, so you don't need to arrange separate transportation to or from the tour.